2 Samuel 13:39

How do you deal with hurt in your life? In this Plan, we will explore how hurt affected the relationship between King David and his son Absalom. Let us journey together towards healing and restoration from hurt over the next seven days.

It’s time to discover your God-given strength and kick your fears to the curb. Ann White’s devotional, She Is Strong and Courageous, will lead you on a 10-day transformational journey encountering courageous women of the Bible, throughout history, and in our world today. Start with a Scripture, devotional reading, call to action, and prayer that will help you know God personally, understand His Word clearly, and apply His truth powerfully.

2 Samuel depicts the ascension and reign of King David following the death of Saul and Jonathan. David united the kingdom, established Jerusalem as the capital city, and extended the territory of Israel. At the crescendo of the book, God promises David that "your throne shall be established forever" (2 Samuel 7:16). Despite David's wickedness, God ultimately fulfills his promises to David through the person and work of Jesus Christ.

Tales of triumph and tragedy in the books of Samuel, Kings, and Chronicles. The history of Kings of Israel and Judah is a story of divine faithfulness despite human failure. These flawed rulers point us towards the one true faithful king. Part I covers Saul, David, and Solomon, the three kings of the United Kingdom.